New monitoring methods aim to prevent paralysis after aortic surgery
NCT ID NCT03074487
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests two new monitoring techniques—long loop reflexes (F-waves) and near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS)—to detect spinal cord ischemia early after thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm repair. Current methods work during surgery but are too painful for awake patients afterward. The goal is to find a reliable, patient-friendly test that can catch problems before paralysis develops. Fifty patients will be monitored during and after surgery to see how well these new methods work.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a reliable, painless way to monitor spinal cord health after surgery, helping doctors intervene before paralysis occurs.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early exploratory study (50 participants) testing monitoring methods, not a treatment. The tests may not prove accurate enough for routine use.
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Contacts and locations
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MaastrichtUMC
Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands
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